November 8

30: Birthdate of Marcus Cocceius
Nerva, the Roman Emperor who changed the way in which the special tax on Jews
was collected so that would not be the humiliating experience created by his
Flavian predecessors.

641: “Jews were permitted to…

Good evening, and welcome to #ourCOG Daily Brief for November 7, 2026. Today’s headlines are dominated by the aftermath of the midterm elections, where U.S. voters signaled a clear desire for change, focusing on issues of corruption, integrity, ethics, and money in politics. The Democratic sweep is expected to significantly influence President Trump’s foreign policy, […]